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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these new open education experiments. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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